ATLANTA, Nov. 3, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holzer Holzer & Fistel, LLC is investigating whether Black & Decker Corporation ("Black & Decker" or the "Company") (NYSE:BDK) directors complied with their fiduciary duties in approving the proposed buyout of Black & Decker by Stanley Works. ("Stanley"). According to the Company's press release of November 2, 2009, Black & Decker shareholders will receive 1.275 shares of Stanley stock in exchange for each Black & Decker share they own. The investigation seeks to determine, among other things, whether the deal price is fair and adequate.

Current holders of Black & Decker common stock with questions concerning their legal rights are encouraged to contact Holzer Holzer & Fistel, LLC and its attorneys Michael I. Fistel, Jr., Esq. or Marshall P. Dees, Esq. via email at mfistel@holzerlaw.com, or mdees@holzerlaw.com, or via toll-free telephone at (888) 508-6832.

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CONTACT:  Holzer Holzer & Fistel, LLC
          Michael I. Fistel, Jr., Esq.
            mfistel@holzerlaw.com
          Marshall P. Dees, Esq.
            mdees@holzerlaw.com
          (888) 508-6832
          200 Ashford Center North, Suite 300
          Atlanta, GA  30338